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S5·E15 Really the Blues

Core Aired December 7, 1953 60 min
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Synopsis

Jackie Cooper stars in this biography of jazz great Milton "Mezz" Mezzrow. An unruly youth, his parents put him in a reform school where he first encountered jazz. He eventually became a talented clarinetist and fronted his own combo during the 1920s, but when music trends moved towards big bands, he suffered a rapid decline in fortunes. Mezz endured much mental suffering during this period before being reintroduced to the public by friends like musician Gene Krupa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 5 Episode 15 of Robert Montgomery Presents air?

Season 5, Episode 15 ('Really the Blues') originally aired on December 7, 1953.

How long is Season 5 Episode 15 ('Really the Blues')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 60 minutes.

What happens in Robert Montgomery Presents Season 5 Episode 15?

Jackie Cooper stars in this biography of jazz great Milton "Mezz" Mezzrow. An unruly youth, his parents put him in a reform school where he first encountered jazz. He eventually became a talented clarinetist and fronted his own combo during the 1920s, but when music trends moved towards big bands, h...

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